Donnie Thompson Casual Bowtie

Donnie Thompson Casual Bowtie

The Donnie Thompson Casual Bowtie, developed by powerlifting legend Donnie Thompson in collaboration with Spud Inc., is a lightweight posture training harness designed for daily wear. Made from a softer material than the Thompson Formal Bowtie, this version is intended for extended use while working, commuting, or going about everyday activities.

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Donnie Thompson Casual Bowtie Reviews

Based on 12 reviews from Gym Radar users, the Spud Inc. Donnie Thompson Casual Bowtie have an average rating of 4.42 out of 5. They're currently the #2 most-owned Stretching on Gym Radar, with 27 home gyms reporting ownership.

12 Reviews

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4.08 / 5
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4.75 / 5
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TeamGupta
TeamGupta's Gym
136 reviews
1515 points
(5.00)
6/19/2026
This is a great piece of recovery gear. I spend most of my time at a desk. When I work out at lunch, it is nice to put this on in the afternoon. I don't know what it does exactly, but I know it feels good when I put it on and my shoulders feel more relaxed even after I take it off. I usually wear it for 30 minutes at a time. I bought a large (185-225 lbs) and weigh 210. It fits me well.
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Big Chris
Dungeon of Gains
251 reviews
2601 points
(5.00)
4/2/2026
This is great for helping with back. I am wearing it during the day sitting at my computer and it helps push my shoulders back. Good for posture. I think this one is strong enough but we will see if I think I need the stronger version.
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Iron Chaplain
Iron Chaplain Gym
116 reviews
1555 points
(5.00)
4/2/2026
This is the "casual" (read: easiest to wear for a longer time frame) bowtie. It is comfortable and while still doing posture training, I was able to even wear it in bed when having some shoulder issues.
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BIGDADCHAD
ALLEN IRON CITADEL
194 reviews
2082 points
(3.33)
3/25/2026
Ehh I think if this is needed you prob have some mobility issues you might need to work on but can be useful in the meantime
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Big Dr. Jake
The Lifting Doc gym
69 reviews
810 points
(4.67)
3/12/2026
Quality price to help with posture and upper back pain. I recommend this to my patients to help with upper back pain and strains and have gotten good response.
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Big Ben from Cali
Feathered Serpent Barbell
18 reviews
539 points
(4.67)
3/4/2026
Used this to help recover from a shoulder tweak. Would have liked to grab the vice version simply because I had a rough time at first in getting it on and off being a man of size. Also could only wear it about 10-15 mins at a time before my arm started to fall asleep. But overall it definitely helped my shoulder and got me back in the game.
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LC2 at Thick Rick and Sons
LC2 at Thick Rick and Sons's Gym
221 reviews
2137 points
(5.00)
3/4/2026
Game changer for my posture and shoulders. I often wear this product while sitting back and relaxing.
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Big Adam NC
Pillars of Madness Strength Emporium
107 reviews
1238 points
(5.00)
2/27/2026
For me this has been absolutely amazing for my shoulders. I happen to be right in the middle of the L size so when I put it on it's tight enough that I feel it in a good way, but it's not so tight that it hurts or cuts off circulation. I was having a lot of pain in my shoulders from almost every exercise and after wearing this for about a week, maybe a couple hours a day, it vanished completely. Like gone. I can't imagine it works like this for most people but for me this has been basically a minor miracle. I still put it on for a while sitting at my desk each day and I have been doing dips, rows, overhead presses, all totally pain free for the first time in months. Couldn't have asked for better results personally. Also- I attached a daisy chain to the loop in the back so I could reach behind and pull it down. Feels better if it's adjusted periodically.
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Big Boots
Boots PWR Gym
119 reviews
1470 points
(4.67)
2/23/2026
I probably need to size up, but I definitely lose circulation of my fingers if I wear it for more than 10 minutes. It does help my posture on a couple movements and I like to use it when I am doing tricep push downs.
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Hayden Lovelady
Misfits Barbell Club
144 reviews
1328 points
(3.67)
2/19/2026
Got this as a Christmas present a few years back. Use it mostly when sitting at a desk or on a long drive. Feels good when using it but I don’t feel like it does much long term when taking it off.
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